ChristianB

We in Cornwall were never under any illusion that our first season would be challenging, and especially the first half of it. Please bear with the players and coaches because they *will* make giant strides over the next two months. To address the apparent issue with heartland players drafted in to broaden the squad, a few points. First, the stated aim of the club is to bring through as many local players as possible over the coming years, but that also requires the expertise of established League players to guide them in the learning process. Second, we are currently experiencing a bit of an injury problem (and that was before the West Wales game which saw one of our lads badly dislocate his elbow). So far we're averaging gates over 1000, and that will hopefully increase further over the summer. There's a lot to be optimistic about with Cornwall RLFC both on and off the pitch.

Great stuff! Look forward to seeing you there. And afterwards you can go five minutes down the road and spend the rest of the day on the beach!

Please can we not use 'expansion has failed' and 'Cornwall' in the same breath. The Cornwall RLFC club is driven by those who have worked hard over the past decade, and understand what is required for long-term success in the far SW. The club wasn't set up on a whim, but after a great deal of thought and critical thinking. What is more, we have only played two home games. There are great things in the pipeline to widen participation over coming years, and our Cornish Rebels Ladies side will soon be competing in the Super League South competition. There are so many reasons to be optimistic. Most of all I would ask every RL fan who might be on holiday down here at the time of a home match to come along. Every single supporter who does so will be ensuring the future is ever brighter.

Notwithstanding the score, there were a few more little defensive improvements evident today by Cornwall. In the end it was the fine difference of game control and RL nous which accounted for the end result, not heart. We will get there...

Very much looking forward to seeing lots of Hornets fans at the Memorial Ground on Sunday. Safe drive down to all.

Similar, although single night wild camping is something altogether enjoyable.

Just start early and you should be fine. I drive between Cornwall and Cheshire a lot and it flies by these days. Chuck a tent in the boot. There are several quiet campsites within a couple of miles of the ground! Weather is supposed to be dry, too!

Cornwall will get there, I promise. I don't think that we're on our own, either. Everyone I met on Sunday who had come from 'heartland' areas played a massive part. That counts for a lot. I hope every single RL fan down here over the summer drops by for a home game.

Glad you had a great time, Bearman. It's a long-term project, and everyone at the club is working to make it a success. It will be. There were definitely that many there. That's the figure from the gate attendant receipts. Also, with regard to local recruits, bear in mind that Sam Snell (2nd row) now has two tries in two games. That's the kind of raw talent we are unearthing and developing. Really looking forward to welcoming travelling RL fans over coming months. They play such a big part in adding to the event and bringing new local fans up to speed.

I know the Memorial Ground well and (honestly) guessed there were about 1300/1400 in. As it goes, the grass bank below the camera is one of the best places to watch from, and there were plenty there

Attendance of 1473.

Thank you, Tim. That's much appreciated. Hope to head up with the team to your patch later in the season.

https://cornwallrlfc.co.uk/news/cornwall-rlfc-sign-jamie-prisk-and-andy-kay/ Jamie Prisk has been a stalwart of the Cornish Rebels side for some time. Good skillset.

https://cornwallrlfc.co.uk/news/cornwall-rlfc-have-secured-the-services-of-prop-jack-ray/

The ground is actually very accessible by car or train. When you take the Maritime Line from Truro, turn right out of Penryn Station and you'll be there in ten minutes, if that. See you there!

For the avoidance of doubt and to nip rumours in the bud, Cornwall RLFC will be (a) starting the season (b) with a squad. Follow them on one of the social media channels for bang up-to-date news.

Addendum: unless we get promoted.

They are synonymous with Cornwall. All-but disappeared, but making a comeback thanks to conservation efforts. You can often see them - and hear them - on the clifftops around Lizard Point, Godrevy, and St. Just in Penwith. Fabulous birds.

I do hope lots will still make the journey. There are so many great reasons to spend a couple of days in this part of Cornwall, and I am in no doubt that they will return each season thereafter.

And there's more... https://cornwallrlfc.co.uk/news/cornwall-rlfc-have-signed-local-three-quarter-decarlo-trerise/

Gary Schofield is as entitled to an opinion as anyone, but it might be better to avoid 'assertive certainty' until the season has actually begun. Either way, he is in for a surprise. I do hope Gary makes it to a game at the Memorial Ground and enjoys eating a bit of 'humble pasty'.

https://cornwallrlfc.co.uk/news/jake-lloyd-joins-cornwall-rlfc/

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/60381941

Please do not be. No one in Cornwall is ignorant of the challenges, but Neil Kelly is an outstanding coach who will draw the best from whoever he recruits. To recap, Anthony Mullaly is a seasoned professional, while Sam and Henry are fit & strong young men whose best Rugby League is ahead of them. What's more, I am in no doubt they won't be the only local players turning heads in the heartlands during 2022.

By 'you' one means Neil and the directors. I have absolutely no influence or input (nor experience in such matters)! Hypothetically, you could parachute in half of the Melbourne Storm team and gain promotion. But what good would that do? It would neither be authentic nor grow the grassroots of the game. Everyone I know involved in Cornwall RL over the past decade has been driven by giving athletes with the necessary attributes for the sport an outlet. So, I expect the team will be balanced between the experienced and the best local talent. No surprises there. Do I have any idea which established RL players the coach will sign in coming months? No. Do I think he and those behind the scenes are deadly serious in making this club a success in Yr1 and beyond? Hell, yes. Honestly no idea. I would be surprised if the club didn't devote itself entirely towards establishing itself at the Memorial Ground in the first season. Who knows beyond that. Personally, I have a lot of time for Polson Bridge at Launceston - one of the most delightfully-situated rugby grounds in the British Isles, right on the banks of the River Tamar. Either way, I reckon Penryn is the perfect place. My lad has played for its juniors and the people who run the club are a really good bunch. Nothing wrong with healthy scepticism!! I'll try and answer in a roundabout way... I have watched pretty much every one of the home matches of the Cornish Rebels and Cornwall v Devon games over the past few years. I could name at least six (currently active) players who, if they had been born in an RL town, would be Championship standard if not higher. It is my hope that they all get to the trials stage because, being honest, the 'pro' game will suddenly have guys who had previously been withheld from it. I am in no doubt that Neil Kelly will bring out the best in them and cause more than a few surprises.